Atony
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈæt.ə.ni/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Atony is a noun meaning Lack of muscle tone; flaccidity or atonia.
Meaning
Lack of muscle tone; flaccidity or atonia.
Word Forms
- atonies
Synonyms for atony
Depending on context, synonyms include amyotonia, atonia, atonicity.
Antonyms for atony
Common opposites include tone, tonus, tonicity.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include amyotonia, atonia, atonicity, atonic, deadness, musclelessness.
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